Classic Italian Pizza Margherita

A traditional Italian pizza featuring a crispy thin crust topped with fresh tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and fragrant basil leaves. Simple yet bursting with authentic flavors.

Italian
Easy 20 min 400 cal
Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 250°C (480°F) or the highest setting. 2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a 20cm (8-inch) circle. 3. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. 4. Tear the mozzarella into small pieces and distribute evenly over the sauce. 5. Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the pizza. 6. Place the pizza on a preheated baking stone or baking sheet and bake for 7-10 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly. 7. Remove from oven and immediately top with fresh basil leaves. 8. Drizzle with olive oil and serve hot.

Ingredients

100g pizza dough 50g fresh mozzarella cheese 2 tbsp tomato sauce (preferably San Marzano) 2-3 fresh basil leaves 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil Pinch of salt

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